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End of the Game

1978 · 106 min Drama Crime Mystery
5.0 / 10 · TMDB

Hans Baerlach is a Swiss police detective who has dedicated much of his career to pursuing powerful and allegedly murderous businessman Richard Gastmann. Though Baerlach's partner meets his demise while investigating Gastmann, his replacement, Walter Tschanz, is undaunted. Meanwhile, the lovely Anna Crawley becomes involved in the case, which proceeds to take many twists and turns.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Der Richter und sein Henker
Year 1978
Country Germany, Italy, Turkey
Genre Drama, Crime, Mystery
Director Maximilian Schell
Runtime 106 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.0/10 (24 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Maximilian Schell

— MovieFinder Editorial

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